Dr. Joseph B. Hawkins, MD | Fresno, CA | Endocrinology

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Dr. Joseph Hawkins is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, along with internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Community Medical Center. With 44 years of clinical experience, Dr. Hawkins has developed extensive expertise in managing complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Hawkins practices at multiple locations throughout Fresno, California, and maintains affiliations with Community Regional Medical Center, Saint Agnes Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center. He focuses on treating various forms of diabetes, including geriatric diabetes and type 2 diabetes mellitus. His clinical work includes performing thyroid hormone tests and comprehensive metabolic panels to help diagnose and monitor endocrine conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.6

11 Ratings
44 years of experience
speaks English
Community Medical Center
6 written reviews
2 specialties
20 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Hawkins' Ratings and Reviews

3.6

11 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Dr. Hawkins treats both my husband (the Ankylosing spondylitis) and me - thyroid. He is careful and intelligent- ordering appropriate tests and great at explaining the results. He is on top of the medical issues and positive in instructions.

May 31st, 2016

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I missed my appointment, I was charged 50 bucks. They didn't even ask me why I missed my appointment. I know that my schedule should have been given to someone else so the doctor's time would not be wasted. In my experience, the doctor don't see you at the actual time of your appointment! Good thing there are other doctors in my area. Their policy is stupid.

March 26th, 2014

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I called this office with a PPO insurance plan because they were in my network. They would not see me as a patient becuase they said I needed a "Medical" referral and diagnosis to see this doctor. Well, the reason you go to a "Specialist" is to get a diagnosis. If the other docots you have seen do not know about Endocrinology, they can not make a diagnosis. This is absolutely moronic. If a patient dies because this doctor will not see them, then you share the blame. Dumb policy.

September 19th, 2012

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dr Hawkins has his office streamlined for the benefit of the patient. He has excellent assistants, esp Al. Tilly will make you laugh at the front desk. The md will straighten out the most complicated thyroid problems. He knows all the latest in osteoporosis.Hes a marvelous doctor.

April 30th, 2012

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A very good doctor. He explains to you in common English you can understand. Although I have a parathyroid that has to come out he knows a very good specialist that can do the surgery from a 1" incision in the neck. The wait time for me to get an appointment was about 2.5 months.A long wait but remember that he's only 1 doctor and he can only see so many people a day. If you want the best your going to have to wait

January 9th, 2012

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I wish all doctors were like Dr. Hawkins! Great knowledge, explains fully in "laymans terms," takes as much time as is needed, fine individual as well.

September 19th, 2009

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Sierra Endocrine Associates

7230 N Millbrook AveFresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 431-6197

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Saint Agnes Medical Center

1303 E Herndon AveFresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 450-3000

Community Regional Medical Center

2823 Fresno StFresno, CA 93721

Tel: (559) 459-6000

Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center

7300 N Fresno StFresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 448-4500


Dr. Joseph Buchanan Hawkins, MD	Dr. Gundip Singh Dhillon	Dr. Shirisha Pasula	Dr. Tanner Ross Mortenson
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Critical Care Medicine	Infectious Disease	Hospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3.6 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Fresno , CA	Fresno , CA	Youngstown , OH	Provo , UT
Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine	Med School: Touro University Nevada College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Kakatiya Medical College	Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Acromegaly
Addison Disease
Cushing Disease
Diabetes
Diabetes (Types I & II)
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Endocrinology
Fatigue
Gland Issues
Hormones
Hyperthyroidism
Hypopituitarism
Hypothyroidism
Internal Medicine
Lipid Disorders
Lipid Metabolism Disorders
Metabolic Bone Diseases
Osteoporosis
Thyroid Diseases
Weight Loss

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Community Medical Center

Medical School

University Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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Where is Dr. Joseph Hawkins's office located?: Dr. Joseph Hawkins's office is located at 7230 N Millbrook Ave, Fresno, CA, 93720.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Hawkins affiliated with?: Dr. Joseph Hawkins is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center, Saint Agnes Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center.

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